Maro and the Acantilados de Maro

The village is best known as the gateway to the Acantilados de Maro-Cerro Gordo nature reserve, one of the most beautiful and best-preserved natural areas on the Costa del Sol.

What makes the area special?
The nature reserve stretches along roughly 12 kilometres of coastline between the provinces of Málaga and Granada. Here, limestone cliffs up to 75 metres high rise straight out of the crystal-clear Mediterranean, creating a spectacular landscape of small coves, hidden beaches and sea caves. The area is protected for its great biodiversity – both above and below the surface.

Things to do
Playa de Maro
One of Andalusia's most popular natural beaches, with turquoise water surrounded by cliffs and lush vegetation. The beach is ideal for swimming, snorkelling and relaxing.

Kayaking and paddleboarding
The best way to experience the cliffs is from the sea. Several local operators run guided tours that take you through caves and along the steep cliffs to the famous waterfall rock.

Cascada Grande de Maro
One of the area's most photographed natural features is the roughly 15-metre-high waterfall that drops directly into the Mediterranean. The waterfall can only be seen from the water and is a popular stop on kayak tours.

Hikes and viewpoints
Several trails and viewpoints offer fantastic panoramas over the Mediterranean. From Torre de Maro you can enjoy one of the coast's finest views over the nature reserve.